Corbet Scientific Released New Irrigation Enhancer
Agricultural operators can utilize a new polymer-based product designed to improve root-zone water retention.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Agriculture
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Corbet Scientific has launched IRRAMAX, a polymer-based irrigation enhancer that aims to improve water distribution and soil moisture levels. The technology was recently unveiled at the CAPCA Conference following a series of multi-year field trials.
Why it matters
The product addresses moisture stability and soil salinity, offering operators a way to optimize water usage in diverse crop environments ranging from citrus to row crops.
Five paired-plot field trials conducted between August 2023 and May 2026 showed IRRAMAX-treated plots consistently outperformed grower standard practices. Specific results included cotton sites in Texas recording more than three times the moisture levels of check plots.
The players
Corbet Scientific
An agricultural technology firm focused on developing soil and water management solutions.
CAPCA Conference
A professional gathering of agricultural pest control advisors and industry stakeholders.
The details
IRRAMAX uses a polymer-based enhancer to modify the moisture profile within the root zone. Trials utilized Sentek capacitance probes at depths of 4 to 12 inches to measure performance, showing that the additive also produced lower and more stable salinity readings in Florida and Texas sites.
Timeline
August 2023: Field trials commenced.
May 2026: Field trials concluded.
October 11, 2026: Product announced at the CAPCA Conference.
Market Landscape
The introduction of IRRAMAX follows a trend of increasing investment in soil-moisture management technologies. These tools are often validated using standard industry equipment like Sentek capacitance probes to benchmark performance against traditional grower methods.
Operators managing high-value crops should assess whether the polymer-based moisture retention profile provided by IRRAMAX aligns with their current irrigation efficiency targets. Review local trial data if available to see how the product performs relative to your existing salinity and water-retention protocols.
The takeaway
Corbet Scientific has validated IRRAMAX through trials covering diverse crops like cotton, corn, and citrus. Monitor the performance of this additive against your soil salinity readings to determine if it meets your specific field requirements for moisture stability.
Further reading
Find more updates on crop management strategies in our Agriculture section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by AgWired.
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